Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications, and Digital Economy William Kabogo has urged the residents of the Mt Kenya region to temper their antagonism toward the government. He warned that ongoing hostility could hinder the effective implementation of crucial development projects in the area.

Photo: William Kabogo
Kabogo made these comments on Sunday, January 26, 2025, following a Covenant Renewal Service at PCEA Mukuyu Parish in Ruiru. The CS stressed the importance of residents supporting the government and fostering a conducive environment for development.
The new CS reminded the people of Mt. Kenya that he shares their background and understands their concerns. However, he underscored the necessity of permitting the government to fulfill its mandate without undue interruptions.
“What we are saying as people from this region, because this is where I come from. I have no other place; this is my home. We should be aware that the government is here to serve us. We must allow the government to serve us,” Kabogo stated.
The CS criticized former leaders who incite hostility towards the current administration and questioned why these individuals did not present alternative solutions earlier. He encouraged the region to progress rather than focus on past political grievances. “Kama wewe unaniambia ati ‘haungechukua kazi sababu ya ii serikali,’ mbona hukukuja nyumbani uniambie tutafanya nini? I am called to serve the people of Kenya, I am not called to serve the people of Kiambu,” Kabogo said
Kabogo assured residents that his focus as the CS for ICT is on serving the entire nation, not just his home county of Kiambu. He urged the people of Mt. Kenya to focus on building a collaborative relationship with the government to ensure ongoing projects, such as road construction, are completed successfully.
“The government should serve every Kenyan. Let’s give the government time to work. Sasa hivi kuna barabara inajengwa. Tukae wazuri ili miradi ifanyike,” he noted.